Disney's 'Snow White' Opens Following Divisive Build-Up

The live-action remake debuts with positive early reactions but faces ongoing scrutiny over casting, CGI choices, and political tensions.

Rachel Zegler's performance and the film's visuals have been praised in early reactions, with critics calling her portrayal 'magical' and the movie a 'visual feast.'
The decision to depict the seven dwarves as CGI characters has drawn criticism, with some labeling the choice 'uncanny' and 'baffling.'
Disney scaled back the Hollywood premiere, limiting press access, in response to controversies surrounding the film and its cast.
Box office projections for the opening weekend have declined to an estimated $50-56 million, well below earlier forecasts of up to $85 million.
The film introduces a modernized feminist narrative, reimagining Snow White as a leader, which has both drawn acclaim and fueled backlash.